Teen accused of deadly Century Rio 24 shooting enters not guilty plea

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Albuquerque teen accused of shooting and killing a man over seats at a movie theater says he’s not guilty.

19-year-old Enrique Padilla faced a judge virtually Friday. His lawyer put in a not guilty plea for him.

Padilla is accused of firing eight shots in a crowded Albuquerque theater, killing 52-year-old Michael Tenorio. Padilla claims he fired in self defense.

A judge already decided to keep Padilla behind bars until he goes to trial.

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